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SN55 PAU

2005 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,534 mi
Last recorded38,534 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 PAU
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 38,534 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 37,617 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 36,569 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 35,556 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 35,556 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 34,666 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 33,735 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 29,698 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 28,024 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 26,791 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 25,367 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 23,530 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 21,525 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,987 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 15,651 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 12,557 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 10,749 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 8,585 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 5,732 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus SC430?

Based on 47,597 MOT tests across 2,431 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
3,052
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,270
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 575
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 444
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 431
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 329
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SN55 PAU is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus SC430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN55 PAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus SC430 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN55 PAU registered?

SN55 PAU is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is SN55 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 PAU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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